On Dec. 4, brethren from the New Orleans and Covington, Louisiana, congregations and friends gathered at the home of Dorothy Lewis to tear down and clean out her back shed that was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.

The 16-person wrecking crew made short work of the shed and its contents and were even able to down a few Krispy Kreme donuts in between loads. Her shed had housed her washer and dryer as well as her hot water heater. Flood waters ruined everything in her shed. The water rose to the porch of her home (4 1/2 feet) before receding. Thankfully her home didn't flood.

Prior to the storm, Mrs. Lewis evacuated to a three-story building nearby, where she was eventually airlifted from the roof by helicopter to a highway overpass. Later she was taken to a shelter in western Louisiana where she contacted family in San Antonio , Texas , with whom she stayed until she was able to return in November.

With donations received from Katrina Good Works and LifeNets funds, we have been able to purchase replacement appliances for her and will be assisting her financially in the building of another shed.

The brethren deeply appreciate the kindness bestowed upon them by loving members around the world.